Bihar police lathi charge on protesting Jan Suraaj workers in Patna, many get injured
Losing cool over police action, party founder Prashant Kishor said he will make it difficult for the government to function even for a day
Lok Sabha stays in pause mode, now over roll revision protest
Opposition protests over Bihar's electoral roll revision disrupted Lok Sabha proceedings for the second day, leading to multiple adjournments. Amid the uproar, the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, and the Anti-doping (Amendment) Bill were introduced. Rahul Gandhi alleged the Election Commission was manipulating voter lists, accusing them of deleting voters and stealing elections.
JD(U) MP: EC has no practical knowledge of Bihar, imposed SIR in monsoon
Contraceptive injections for 15 dists
Jan Suraaj hits street over three demands
House membership of Mishrilal restored
Give equal pay to all graduate trained middle school teachers: HC to govt
Scrap dealer shot dead outside shop in Muzaffarpur
Three charred to death after trucks catch fire
Rs262cr allotted to acquire land for Bagmati bridge: Minister
Bihar Woman Cracks UGC NET In First Attempt While Raising Child, Managing Home
UGC-NET is conducted to determine the eligibility for 'award of Junior Research Fellowship and appointment as Assistant Professor', 'appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to PhD in Indian universities and colleges.
Govt to carry out cyber audit in all departments
Rajya Sabha adjourned amidst uproar over Bihar voter list revision
The Rajya Sabha was repeatedly disrupted and eventually adjourned for the day on Wednesday due to Opposition MPs demanding a discussion on Bihar`s electoral roll revision. The protests further caused adjournments at 11 AM, noon, and finally for the day
29,353 crore spent to upgrade railway infrastructure in Bihar so far, says Vaishnaw
The Minister said that Bihars railway budget has seen a nine-fold rise in 11 years, and key river bridges such as Munger, Patna and Kosi have been completed
Sunil Gatade | The Significance of Nitish in Politics of Bihar: Can BJP Really Dump Him?
Bihars elections revolve around Nitish despite health concerns and shifting alliances
Police restrict media interactions to authorised spokespersons
Bihar Police restrict media interactions to authorised spokespersons
Uproarious scenes in council on third day
Watch: Parliament deadlock, IndiGo engine fire, Fake Embassy busted & more | News Wrap
Big developments across India today Parliament grinds to a halt over Bihar voter roll protests, an IndiGo flights engine catches fire during takeoff, and a fake Westarctica embassy is busted in Ghaziabad. Heres what you need to know.
Parliament Disrupted for Third Day over Bihar SIR
Centre introduces sports, anti-doping Bills
Nitish, Tejashwi clash in House on third day of monsoon session
2 injured in clash between SSB jawans, villagers on India-Nepal border
Child marriage case registered after SC directive on minors plea
Assembly loses morning session after ruckus during SIR discussion
17-Year-Old Non-Local Boy Stabbed by Roommate in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A 17-year-old non-local boy sustained grievous injuries after being allegedly assaulted with a sharp weapon in the Gudoora area of South Kashmirs Pulwama district on Wednesday evening. Officials said that the victim, a resident of Bihar, was allegedly assaulted by his roommate with a sharp-edged weapon. He was brought to District Hospital Pulwama with [] The post 17-Year-Old Non-Local Boy Stabbed by Roommate in South Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Over 98% voters covered by SIR; 20 lakh have died, 28 lakh migrated permanently; those who have temporarily moved out of the State can fill in the form online or send it to their BLO; dfraft roll to be published on August 1
'SIR Exercise Dishonest': Tejashwi Hints At Poll Boycott, BJP Senses 'Fear Of Defeat'
Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav alleged that the ongoing special intensive revision of electoral rolls in poll-bound Bihar was dishonest in nature
Government Choosing Voters: Tejashwi Yadav On Bihar Voter List Revision
Political temperatures in Bihar are soaring as Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission and the NDA government.
ECI assures nationwide electoral roll revision as Tipra Motha seeks Bihar-style SIR in Tripura
Tipra Motha Party (TMP) met with the Election Commission of India (ECI) to request a Bihar-type Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tripura. TMP highlighted concerns about illegal immigration impacting the state and diluting the democratic rights of indigenous tribal communities.
1 Lakh Electors Untraceable in Bihars Special Electoral Roll Revision: EC
Over 7 crore enumeration forms digitised; draft roll to be published August 1 with objection window till September 1
Irregular monsoon distribution may hit: Crop damage raises price push concerns, says report
A recent ICICI bank report indicates that uneven rainfall distribution across India may trigger supply distress and price increases for key crops due to potential crop damage in affected regions. While overall kharif sowing shows encouraging growth, the report cautions that deficient rainfall in states like Bihar and Telangana could negatively impact crop production, leading to supply-driven price hikes.
Bihar electoral rolls see near-total digitisation, ECI flags 48 lakh ineligible voters
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday said that as part of its major electoral rolls clean-up exercise in Bihar, poll officials have completed the coverage of 98.01 percent of the total 7,89,69,844 registered electors, and their enumeration forms have been received and digitised. Noting that the comprehensive effort aims to ensure accuracy and transparency ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in Bihar, a senior poll panel official said, Genuine electors in Bihar are asking BLOs that do the critics of SIR want to enable bogus voting through the dead, shifted, electors with double votes, illegal migrants and non-existent voters. As per the data shared by the ECI on Wednesday, nearly 20 lakh deceased electors have been identified and reported, whereas 28 lakh electors who have permanently migrated from their registered constituencies have also been flagged for removal from the respective rolls. It further said that nearly 7 lakh electors enrolled at more than one location have been found, highlighting the Commissions commitment to eliminating duplicate entries. Additionally, 1 lakh electors were found to be untraceable despite multiple verification attempts. Meanwhile, 15 lakh electors forms remain unreturned, posing a challenge to the final consolidation of updated records, it said. However, the drive has seen major success in digitisation, with 7.17 crore electors forms, accounting for 90.89 percent, already received and fully digitised, the poll panel said. Officials said the electoral rolls clean-up exercise is part of a broader initiative of the Commission to enhance the integrity of the electoral process and ensure that only eligible voters are on the rolls. The Commission has appealed to the remaining electors to cooperate in returning pending forms and updating their details if necessary, they added. The Election Commission has also made it easier for electors temporarily residing outside Bihar, and who have not registered elsewhere, to participate in the revision process. These individuals can submit their Enumeration Forms online through the official portal https://electors.eci.gov.in or the ECINet mobile app. Alternatively, they may also download, fill and sign a physical form and either send it via a family member or forward a signed copy through WhatsApp to their Booth Level Officer (BLO), the poll panel said. Electors who have submitted their Enumeration Forms will have their names included in the Draft Electoral Roll. The Election Commission has also facilitated a tracking system for form submissions through its official website and is sending SMS confirmations to electors who provided mobile numbers in their forms. The Draft Electoral Roll is scheduled for publication on August 1, 2025. Any objections regarding incorrect inclusion or exclusion in the Draft Roll can be submitted to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) or Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (AERO) of the concerned Assembly constituency. Both objections and claims can be filed until September 1, 2025.
Bihar electoral roll revision: One lakh electors 'untraceable', says EC
NEW DELHI : The Election Commission on Wednesday said 1 lakh electors remain untraceable in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar while enumeration forms of 7.17 crore have been received and digitised. It said 20 lakh electors have been reported deceased so far and 28 lakh have been found to have permanently shifted from their present addresses. The poll authority noted that 15 lakh electors' enumeration forms have not been returned to local poll officials. On August 1, on the completion of the first phase of the SIR, the draft electoral roll will be published. If there is any error in the draft poll roll, any elector or political party can file an objection regarding the inclusion of the name of any proposed elector with the concerned electoral registration officer of that assembly constituency by September 1. Similarly, if any eligible person does not find their name in the draft roll, they can file their claims up to September 1, the EC noted. Bihar SIR: Doing the right thing the wrong way Over 52 lakh names removed from Bihar voter list in ongoing revision, says Election Commission
BTSC Pharmacist Result 2025 out tomorrow at btsc.bihar.gov.in: Check steps to download
BTSC Pharmacist Result 2025: The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) will declare the BTSC Pharmacist Result 2025 on July 24, 2025, at www.btsc.bihar.gov.in. The result pertains to the written examination held on June 4, 2025, for 2,473 Pharmacist vacancies under Advertisement No. 22/2025. Candidates can log in to the official website to check their marks and qualification status. The selection process includes a written test and document verification. Detailed steps to access the result have been provided.
Tripura BJP's Key Ally Seeks Revision Of Voter Rolls In State
The ruling BJP's key ally in Tripura, Tipra Motha Party (TMP), on Wednesday met the Election Commission of India to press for its demand for a Special Intensive Revision (SIR), an exercise like the one in Bihar, in the northeastern state.
BTSC Staff Nurse admit card released at btsc.bihar.gov.in: Direct link to download hall tickets here
The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has released the admit card for the Staff Nurse Grade-A Recruitment Exam 2025. The Computer-Based Test will begin on August 5. Candidates can download their hall tickets from pariksha.nic.in. The selection process includes a written test, interview, document verification, and medical exam. The CBT will carry 100 objective questions.
Bihar Electoral Roll Revision: Missing 56 Lakh Voters Will Be Dropped
The ECI said among the 56 lakh, at least 20 lakh are dead, 28 lakh permanently migrated, seven lakh registered at more than one place and one lakh untraceable
The Election Commission's intensive revision of Bihar's electoral rolls has covered 98.01% of voters, identifying deceased, migrated, and duplicate entries. This cleanup, the first in 22 years, aims to ensure a pure and accurate voter list. The Supreme Court and opposition parties are scrutinizing the exercise, while the EC defends its legality and limited use of identity documents.
'EC Is Autonomous': Centre On Bihar Voter List Revision, Says Can't Respond On Poll Panel's Behalf
There were repeated disruptions in both Houses of Parliament as the opposition demanded a discussion on the issue of special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar
Parliament likely to hold discussion on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor next week
Amid opposition protests bringing the Parliament to a standstill for three consecutive days after the beginning of the Monsoon session on Monday, the government has agreed to hold a 16-hour debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor early next week, reported PTI. According to the report citing sources, Lok Sabha will begin the discussion on July 28 and the Rajya Sabha a day later if there are no disruptions. The decisions were taken at the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) meetings on July 21 and 23 as the opposition has been insisting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should speak on Operation Sindoor and the alleged security lapses during the Pahalgam terror attack. The government however, the sources said, has made no commitment on the opposition's demand for the prime minister's response but has cited its proposal for a parliamentary discussion next week on the ground that Modi will be back by then from his four-day foreign visit, for which he left on Wednesday. The government has also given no assurance regarding any discussion on other issues raised by the opposition, including the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in poll-bound Bihar. A senior BJP leader said the debate on Operation Sindoor will not only have a strong national traction but will also be paid attention to by the global community. The prime minister may choose the occasion to convey his government's robust response to the terror attack and stand on a host of issues, the BJP leader said, adding that a final call has not been taken yet on whether Modi will speak or not. Congress' deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha Pramod Tiwari, who attended the BAC meeting, claimed, We have demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should be present during the discussion, and we have been assured of that by the government. This was the first BAC meeting after Jagdeep Dhankhar stepped down as vice president on Monday, when he chaired two back-to-back committee meetings to finalise the House's agenda. The vice president is ex officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha. Dhankhar called off the second meeting and rescheduled it for Tuesday as Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha J P Nadda and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju did not attend due to what they later said was their engagement in other official business. Dhankhar resigned a few hours later to prioritise health care. The BAC includes representatives of various parties and is chaired by the respective presiding officers of the two Houses. (With inputs from PTI) Parliament adjourned for third consecutive day as opposition presses for discussion on Bihar SIR, Op Sindoor
Oppn Infighting On Display In Bid To Corner Govt On Pahalgam Attack, Bihar SIR, Dhankhar Issues
As evident in Parliament's Business Advisory Committee gathering, the challenge for the opposition INDIA bloc is to appear united
For Second Straight Day, Row Over Bihar Electoral Rolls In Parliament
The row over Bihar's voter list revision snowballed in parliament today as the government refused to answer the Opposition's queries, arguing that it is not competent to do so since the Election Commission is conducting the exercise, sources said.
SIR in Bihar: JD(U) MP says ECI not in touch with ground realities
This is the first from a NDA ally to strike note of dissent on the SIR issue; JD (U) MP Giridhari Yadav says poor and migrant voters face difficulty in furnishing documents and expresses concern over timing of ECIs exercise
Ganga flowing at severe level across various states: CWC
NEW DELHI: The Central Water Commission (CWC) on Wednesday warned flood situation was worsening across several states, with the Ganga flowing at a severe level at several monitoring sites amid persistent rainfall. According to the CWC's daily flood bulletin, the Ganga is flowing above the danger mark at Hathidah and Gandhi Ghat in Patna in Bihar, Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur district in Bihar, Sahibganj in Jharkhand, Ballia in eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Farakkha in West Bengal. The Kosi River is flowing above the danger level in Bihar, while the Burhi Gandak River in Bihar is flowing under severe conditions. The bulletin indicated a high probability of urban flooding in low-lying areas of northern Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh due to continuous rainfall and river swelling. The CWC has advised district administrations in affected states to activate flood response protocols.
Main shooter in Bihar village chief's murder case arrested in Delhi's Keshav Puram
NEW DELHI: A 39-year-old shooter allegedly involved in the politically-motivated murder of a former village head in Bihar has been arrested in north Delhi's Keshav Puram, an officer said on Wednesday. Rahul Singh Rajput has a history of 31 serious criminal cases and was wanted in a case registered under Aurangabad's Mali Police Station for the murder of Sanjay Singh on November 30, 2024, the officer said. Singh was gunned down as a fallout of an ongoing rivalry between two local groups vying for political dominance. Rahul had been absconding ever since, while seven of his co-accused had already been arrested by Bihar Police, said Harsh Indora, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime). On July 22, a team from the Bihar Police sought assistance from the Delhi Police and a joint operation was launched. The accused was traced to the Keshav Puram area in Delhi. He was finally cornered and apprehended near Prembari Pul, he said. Rahul initially tried to mislead the interrogating team, but eventually confessed to his role in the murder, he said. He was formally arrested by the Bihar Police team and produced before a court for further legal proceedings. Rahul was found involved in cases of murder, attempt to murder, extortion, robbery, Arms Act violations, NDPS Act offences and several other cases under the Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act. He has been booked in at least 31 criminal cases across Uttar Pradesh over the last two decades, the officer said. Rahul's criminal journey began when he was in class 12. Following his first arrest, he abandoned his studies and joined the illegal narcotics trade. His failure to secure stable work in Jamshedpur led him deeper into crime, the DCP said. He gradually built a fearsome reputation as a contract killer and extortionist, expanding his network to Varanasi, Jaunpur, Ghazipur, Chandauli, Bhadohi, and Deoria, the officer said. His association with Rakesh Giri, another gangster from Bihar who he met in jail, led to his eventual involvement in the Aurangabad murder case, he added.
Bihars SIR Rollout: ECI flags 52lakh anomalies, Opposition accuses Vote Bandi
CM Nitish Kumar calls Tejashwi Yadav 'child' in Bihar assembly over SIR clash
PATNA: Bihar assembly witnessed noisy scenes on the third consecutive day on Wednesday during the ongoing Monsoon session, as chief minister Nitish Kumar called RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav bachcha (child), when the latter was raising the issue of the process being applied for the Election Commission (EC)s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. The opposition MLAs, dressed in black clothes, once again raised the issue of the ongoing SIR of the electoral rolls exercise in the state, barely a few months before the assembly elections. Leader of the opposition in the assembly, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, contended that the ECs job was to conduct free and fair elections and not to verify the citizenship of the people. Election Commission files affidavit in SC, defends Bihar SIR exercise He said that discussion should be held on the issue of SIR in the House and added that the opposition was not objecting to the SIR but was against the process applied by the EC for conducting it. Tejashwi also accused deputy chief ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha- of branding voters Bangladeshis by referring to their sources. On it, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stood up from his chair and stopped Tejashwi from speaking. The ruling MLAs started creating noisy scenes when Tejashwi stood up from his chair to speak, prompting RJD MLA Bhai Birendra to comment that the House did not belong to anybodys father. Yah House kisi ke baap ka nahi hai (This House does not belong to anybodys father), he said. RJD MLAs remark created pandemonium in the assembly, forcing Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav to adjourn the House till the lunch recess. Earlier, the opposition members protested outside the assembly over alleged misbehaviour by security personnel with one of their colleagues . 'We do not oppose Bihar SIR, but its process,' says opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav, CM Nitish retorts
As demands for discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar have brought the Parliament to a standstill, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that the Congress has figured out how votes are being stolen in India. Speaking to reporters at the Parliament House complex after the Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for a third consecutive day amid opposition protests over Bihar SIR among other issues, Gandhi asserted that he would put before the people and the Election Commission in lack in white how the heft of votes is being done. Gandhi highlighted the recent revelation by the EC that during house-to-house visits in the ongoing SIR of electoral roll in Bihar, poll officials have so far found more than 52 lakh voters were not present at their addresses and another 18 lakh have died. It is not just about 52 lakhs. It is not just about Bihar, they cheated in Maharashtra. We have asked questions of the Election Commission, asked them to show us the voters list; they did not show us the voters list, we asked for videography, they changed the law. One crore new voters had come in Maharashtra, and the election was stolen, he said. In Karnataka, we have found out 'bhayankar chori (massive theft)'. I will show it in black and white to you and the Election Commission. I will show in black and white how the 'chori' is done and from where. We have it in black and white in Karnataka, the former Congress president said. They know that we have understood their game. We picked one constituency and did a deep dive. Problem is that they give a voters list on paper and paper list cannot be analysed. We took the full voters list of one constituency, we put it on digital format, it took six months but we have uncovered their whole system, how they do it, who votes and from where new voters are brought, Gandhi said. He said the Election Commission has understood this and has brought in a new system in Bihar, which is that to delete voters. In India elections are being stolen that is the reality of India, Gandhi alleged. Sharing a video of his remarks on X, Gandhi said, We showed everyone how match-fixing happened in Maharashtra. We investigated one Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka - large-scale votes theft was found, we will soon bring it before the public. , ! , - , SIR SC, ST, OBC - pic.twitter.com/AxJRfUJqjT Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 23, 2025 In Bihar, votes of SC, ST, OBC, and minority brothers and sisters are being stolen in the name of SIR , he claimed. We will not sit quietly. The INDIA bloc will fight the battle for people's rights from Parliament to the streets, Gandhi said. The opposition has been repeatedly demanding a discussion on the SIR in Parliament, raising concerns regarding the exercise, alleging that it was aimed at disenfranchising voters in Bihar ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. (With inputs from PTI) Parliament adjourned for third consecutive day as opposition presses for discussion on Bihar SIR, Op Sindoor Election Commission files affidavit in SC, defends Bihar SIR exercise
You were a child...: CM Nitish Kumar hits back at LoP Tejashwi Yadav in Bihar Assembly
Big Showdown In Patna As Prashant Kishor Marches To Bihar Assembly: Will Surround Nitish Kumar
Prashant Kishor attempted to march towards the Bihar Assembly along with his supporters and threatened to surround CM Nitish Kumar in his home.
Rahul Gandhi alleges significant poll heft after investigating a Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka, promising a detailed expos with evidence for the Election Commission. He claims similar electoral malpractices occurred in Maharashtra and Bihar, accusing the Election Commission of withholding voter lists and manipulating regulations. The INDIA bloc vows to combat voter disenfranchisement through protests and parliamentary action.
Mutton, masala & politics: Tejashwi Yadav slams BJP over mutton served during Shravan Somvar
In Bihar, a political storm erupted when Tejashwi Yadav accused BJP legislators of hypocrisy for allegedly consuming mutton during the holy Shravan Somwar. The controversy ignited after a video surfaced showing Mutton Rogan Josh being served in the assembly, leading to accusations of selective criticism regarding food habits.
Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned till tomorrow amid continued disruptions
Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha faced major disruptions on Wednesday amid Opposition protest over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being undertaken by the Election Commission (EC) in Bihar ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam attack and US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan.
Manoj Sinha, DY Chandrachud, Arif Muhammad Khan, or Nitish Kumar? Who will be next vice president?
Will Jammu and Kashmir L-G Manoj Sinha get a promotion after he completes his present tenure on September 7? Will ex-CJI DY Chandrachud be offered the second-highest office of the country? Or someone else, like Bihar Governor Arif Muhammad Khan or Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, will get it?
'You're a kid': Nitish-Tejashwi spat in assembly over Bihar SIR
The Bihar Assembly session was adjourned after a heated exchange between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and leader of the opposition Tejashwi Yadav regarding the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The situation escalated quickly, leading to unparliamentary language and a shouting match between members of the ruling and opposition parties.
Allahabad HC Seeks States Reply On Objections To Bankey Bihari Temple Trust Ordinance
The objections were raised by amicus curiae Sanjay Goswami in a matter filed under Article 227 concerning the temples administration
Photos: INDIA bloc MPs protest against SIR exercise in Bihar
New Delhi: Several MPs of the opposition INDIA bloc parties protested in the Parliament complex on Wednesday against the Election Commissions special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and demanded its rollback and a discussion on the issue in both houses. Ahead of the start of the days proceedings, top leaders and MPs of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav clash over SIR in Bihar Assembly
Patna: On the third day of the Bihar Assemblys monsoon session, the House witnessed heavy uproar as a heated exchange erupted between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list. Tejashwi Yadav asserted that the opposition was not against SIR but opposed the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BPSC AEE, Law Officer and Other Posts Admit Card 2025 released! The official link for downloading BPSC AEE, Law Officer and Other Posts Admit Card 2025 has been updated at the official website bpsc.bihar.gov.in on 23 July 2025.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the BPSC AEE Admit Card 2025 for the Assistant Environmental Engineer and other posts. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, bpsconline.bihar.gov.in, using their registration number and password. The examination is scheduled for July 26 and 27, 2025. Candidates must carry a printed admit card along with a valid photo ID. Important exam details and instructions are provided on the admit card.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar rebuked Tejashwi Yadav, citing RJD's poor governance as the reason for their alliance's dissolution. The exchange occurred amidst opposition protests regarding the Election Commission's voter revision drive, which Tejashwi criticized for its lack of transparency. Concerns have been raised that the exercise could disenfranchise voters, with a significant number of registered voters untraceable.
ECI begins preparations to hold vice presidential poll after Dhankhar's exit
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday initiated the process to elect the next Vice President of India following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar . The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), through a Gazette Notification dated 22 July 2025, formally notified Dhankhars resignation, paving the way for the electoral process to fill the constitutional vacancy, the ECI said in an official statement. In accordance with Article 324 of the Constitution, the ECI is mandated to conduct elections to the office of the Vice President. These elections are governed by the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, and the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Rules, 1974, ECI said. It announced that preparatory work for the election is already underway, and a formal schedule for the election will be announced soon after the completion of pre-election activities. The poll panel said that key preparatory steps initiated include the compilation of the Electoral College comprising both elected and nominated members of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, the finalisation of the Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officers, and the preparation and distribution of detailed background material on all previous vice-presidential elections. In a surprise move, Jagdeep Dhankhar stepped down as the vice president on Monday, citing health reasons. His term was to end on August 10, 2027. Various theories have emerged regarding the reasons behind Dhankhars resignation, with many citing alleged differences between him and the government over the proposed motion to remove two justices. While the exact reasons for Dhankhars decision remain unclear, several names are already doing the rounds as potential candidates for the vice presidential election. Speaking to TNIE, Several NDA MPs, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the ruling alliance is leaning toward a nominee from the backward communities. Among the names doing the rounds, Ram Nath Thakur currently Minister of State for Agriculture and son of former Bihar chief minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Karpoori Thakur is being seen as a frontrunner. Before his surprise resignation, Dhankhar made an unscheduled visit to the Rashtrapati Bhavan late on Monday evening, official sources said. Dhankhar met President Murmu around 9 pm on Monday and handed over his resignation to her. Half an hour later, he made his resignation letter public on X, they said. To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution, Dhankhar said in his letter. Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X , saying, Jagdeep Dhankhar has got many opportunities to serve our country in various capacities, including as the Vice President of India. Wishing him good health. Meanwhile, the Congress sought an explanation from the government after Dhankhar resigned unexpectedly, citing health reasons. Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said there were far deeper reasons behind the move, while the partys deputy leader in the Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi, asked the Centre to clarify if it had prior knowledge of the resignation. Several other Opposition leaders also expressed surprise and scepticism over the abrupt move, with some suggesting there may be more to the decision than meets the eye. Health reasons or political unease? Dhankhars resignation raises questions
INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament complex against SIR exercise in Bihar
Many of leaders in the Opposition were seen wearing black clothes and carrying placards against the SIR in Bihar
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday raised concerns over the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Identification and Revision (SIR) process for voter lists in Bihar, questioning its timing, impartiality, and feasibility, especially for the state's large migrant population.
INDIA Bloc MPs Protest in Parliament Complex Against Bihar SIR
Top leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav, DMK's T R Baalu, Shiv Sena-UBTs Sanjay Raut, Kalyan Banerjee of TMC, besides others, raised slogans like Save democracy and Stop vote-bandi.
Bihar Voter Revision Imposed: Nitish Kumar MP's 'Personal Opinion'
The row over a 'special intensive revision' of Bihar's voter list - months before the election - took a twist after a MP from the ruling Janata Dal United backed the opposition's criticism of the timing of the exercise.
You Were A Child...: Nitish Kumar vs Tejashwi Yadav In Bihar Assembly
A debate in Bihar Assembly witnessed dramatic scenes today, as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar interrupted Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav and questioned what the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) had done for the state
'Not Your Fathers House': RJD MLA Triggers Chaos Amid SIR Debate In Bihar Assembly
RJD MLA's comment led the Speaker to adjourn the House, as tensions escalated between the ruling NDA and the Opposition during a heated debate over the SIR exercise.
Imposed forcefully: JDU MP slams SIR in Bihar; protests outside Parliament continue
Janata Dal (United) MP Giridhari Yadav has criticized the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, deeming it rushed and impractical. Opposition parties, including Congress and Samajwadi Party, have protested the SIR, alleging voter suppression and disrupting Parliament. The Election Commission defends the revision as essential for accurate electoral rolls, citing deceased, shifted, and duplicate voters.
Bihar Police Question Paper 2025 Out, Download Paper PDF
The Bihar Police 2025 Question Paper has been officially released for the exams held on July 16, 2025 and July 20, 2025. The Bihar Police Constable Examination is further scheduled on July 20, 23rd, 27th, 30th & August 3rd 2025. The Bihar Police Question Paper will assist the candidates to check their performance by cross-checking [] The post Bihar Police Question Paper 2025 Out, Download Paper PDF appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Only three days of this session are left. You should say whatever you wish during elections, says Chief Minister Nitish Kumar
BTSC Insect Collector DV Letter 2025 OUT Download Link btsc.bihar.gov.in
Bihar Technical Service Commission has officially released the BTSC Insect Collector DV Letter 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Insect Collector Exam can now download their DV Letter from the official website btsc.bihar.gov.in.
'Mutton Party': Tejashwi Yadav Slams NDA Meet Menu Ahead Of Bihar Polls, BJP Hits Back
Tejashwi Yadav's reaction came in the wake of the BJP's attack on him in the past for eating non-vegetarian food during holy months.
Trinamool Congress demands debate on bias against Bengali-speaking migrants
Notices have also been given to take up discussion on the issue of Special Intensive Revision of the electoral roll, which is currently ongoing in Bihar and is to be extended to other states
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Parliament Monsoon Session: Both Houses continue to remain in deadlock over Opposition protests
In both Houses, Opposition members protested demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar by the Election Commission of India
Rajya Sabha Monsoon Session Day 3: Opposition demands answers on Bihar electoral rolls and crash
Monsoon Session Day 3 | Opposition protests on Parliament grounds over Bihar SIR
The third day of the Monsoon Session got off to a tense start on Wednesday, with Opposition MPs, including Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, staging protests within the Parliament premises. The demonstrations were against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. This comes after both Houses faced repeated adjournments on the first two days over the Opposition's demands for a debate on the SIR exercise, Operation Sindoor, and other key issues. #WATCH | Delhi: Opposition MPs, including Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, hold protest against ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, in Parliament. pic.twitter.com/Z3mq8xwb5S ANI (@ANI) July 23, 2025 Bihar SIR row stalls Parliament on Tuesday Parliament witnessed repeated disruptions on Tuesday as Opposition members staged protests in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, resulting in a complete washout of proceedings on the second day of the Monsoon session. The day began with the Rajya Sabha being adjourned shortly after it convened, amid protests over the SIR. Deputy Chairman Harivansh made a brief reference to the vacancy in the Vice Presidents office, citing constitutional provisions. When the House reconvened at noon, BJP MP Ghanshyam Tiwari informed members that the Ministry of Home Affairs had issued a notification regarding Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhars resignation. In the Lok Sabha, Opposition MPs carrying placards entered the Well of the House around 11 a.m., raising slogans and demanding a rollback of the SIR. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged members to allow the Question Hour, but Speaker Om Birla adjourned the House till noon. Further adjournments followed at 2 p.m. and again for the day as the protests continued. The Rajya Sabha also saw two adjournments before being adjourned for the day without conducting any business. On Monday, the Monsoon session began on a stormy note as the opposition forced repeated adjournments in the Lok Sabha, demanding an immediate discussion on Operation Sindoor and other issues, while the Rajya Sabha set in motion the process for Justice Yashwant Varma's removal over burnt wads of cash found at his residence here.
Mutton Politics In Bihar Poll Pot, Tejashwi Yadav Slams NDA Meet Menu
Heated exchanges between the ruling JDU-BJP and the Opposition RJD are keeping the election pot boiling in Bihar, and now mutton politics is on the stove.
Bihar Elections | Election Commission Removes 52 Lakh Names From Bihar Electoral Rolls | News18
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Man assaults Thane hospital receptionist after being stopped from jumping queue; arrested
THANE: Police have arrested a man who allegedly assaulted a woman receptionist at a private paediatrics hospital here after she refused to allow him to walk into the doctor's chamber without an appointment, officials said on Wednesday. A viral video shows the accused, a migrant from Bihar, kicking the receptionist, who hails from Maharashtra, and dragging her by her hair across the reception floor of the hospital at Kalyan in Thane district on Monday evening. She was rescued by relatives of other patients. The accused, identified as Gokul Jha, was angry as the 25-year-old receptionist didn't allow him and a woman accompanying him with a baby to jump the queue and meet the doctor who was busy with other patients, as per the First Information Report (FIR). The receptionist suffered critical injuries and was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Dombivli, according to police. Based on the victim's complaint, the police registered the FIR under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for assault, using obscene language, and outraging the modesty of a woman, an official earlier said. The accused was arrested late Tuesday evening, a police official said. This kind of violence will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Our team worked tirelessly to track and arrest the accused, Gokul Jha, in Kalyan. He will be produced before the court on Wednesday, Deputy Commissioner of Police Atul Zende told reporters. Leaders across party lines condemned the attack. BJP state president Ravindra Chavan met with DCP Zende late Tuesday night and insisted on swift action. Shiv Sena's district president Dipesh Mhatre and local Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raju Patil also sought strict action by police in the matter. The main accused, Gokul Jha, was arrested due to the alertness of citizens and diligence of the police force. He has a criminal history, including previous cases registered at Vitthalwadi and Kolsewadi police stations. He recently came out on bail in a serious criminal case, Zende said. Three other persons - Jha's brother and two women who were present at the scene -- have also been detained, according to the police. Their involvement was being investigated. CCTV footage from the hospital and nearby areas was being scrutinised to identify all those involved in the attack, they said. The investigation is underway, Zende said and assured every aspect of the case will be thoroughly examined.
Karpoori Thakurs son leads race for new Vice President
NEW DELHI: A day after Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar suddenly resigned citing health reasons , the NDA weighed options to field a candidate from the backward or extremely backward classes as his successor. Several NDA MPs, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the ruling alliance is leaning toward a nominee from the backward communities. Among the names doing the rounds, Ram Nath Thakur currently Minister of State for Agriculture and son of former Bihar chief minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Karpoori Thakur is being seen as a frontrunner. Belonging to the Nai (barber) community, which falls under the ati-pichhara category, Thakurs candidacy is seen as a nod to caste dynamics ahead of upcoming elections. Also reportedly in the mix is BJP president J P Nadda. Senior party leaders suggest that a cabinet reshuffle may precede any formal announcement, should Nadda emerge as the chosen one. Other contenders include former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje, Bihar Governor Md. Arif Khan, former Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi and Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh. Veep successor watch: Political buzz grows after Dhankhars resignation While speculation briefly hovered over Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JD(U) insiders were quick to dismiss it. This doesnt seem to be happening, a senior party leader said. With the NDA commanding 422 MPs across both Houses, it has a comfortable cushion over the 394 votes required to elect the next V-P. Government sources indicated a preference for a consensus candidate, with a decision expected after July 26. Dhankhars abrupt resignation came hours after he admitted an Opposition-backed motion seeking the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma, currently under scrutiny following a major cash seizure at his residence. Bihars BJP leaders pitch Nitish as V-P; JDU retorts 'Something very serious happened': Congress questions Centre over V-P Dhankhar's resignation Some believe his decision to admit the motion may have conflicted with the governments own strategy, which was reportedly focused on a separate course of action. The Rajya Sabha notice, signed by 63 Opposition MPs and admitted by Dhankhar, instructed the Secretary General to initiate procedural steps a move seen by some as independent and possibly at odds with the ruling partys preference of joint motion as it was in the Lok Sabha. Adding fuel to the fire was the absence of ministers Nadda and Kiren Rijiju from the Business Advisory Committee meeting chaired by Dhankhar on Monday. The V-P was visibly upset, said a senior Opposition figure, also pointing to a tense moment during a debate when Nadda reportedly remarked, Only what I say will go on record a statement seen by some as undermining the Chair. Nadda later refuted any rift. Full term for new V-P His successor shall serve a full term in office. Article 67 says, The Vice-President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. Poll ASAP: Article 68 According to Article 68, an election to the post of V-P because of his death, resignation, removal or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after the occurrence of the vacancy 32-day process The process starts after the EC notifies the vacancy and ends in 32 days. Its electoral college comprises Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha MPs Political storm in Rajasthan after Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation; Congress targets BJP
Bihars BJP leaders pitch Nitish as V-P; JDU retorts
PATNA: Amid speculation over the next Vice-President, many BJP leaders from Bihar on Tuesday pitched for Chief Minister and JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar for the post , which fell vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned. BJP leader and Bihar cooperative minister Prem Kumar said the party would decide on Dhankhars successor but he would be happy if someone from Bihar was chosen for the post. PHED minister and BJP leader Neeraj Kumar Bablu said, It would be nice if Nitish became next Vice President. Whats the problem in this? BJP MLA Haribhushan Thakur Bachaul said, It is not in our hands to make Nitish Kumar Vice President. If this happens, it will be very good. It will be auspicious for Bihar. JD (U) leader and minister Shravan Kumar, however, said, There is no question of Nitish Kumar leaving Bihar. He will be here, lead the NDA to victory in assembly polls and serve the people of the state, enjoying another term in office. RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav claimed, He (Dhankhar) conducted proceedings on the first day of the session, then resigned at night. If it was health-related, he couldve done it earlier. Was the resignation given or taken? What happened with Dhankhar, it could happen with Nitish Kumar later as Union Home Minister Amit Shah has already said the CM will be decided after Bihar polls. RJD chief whip Akhtarul Islam Shahin claimed that Dhankhars exit was aimed at creating a vacancy that could be offered to Nitish in a bid to remove him from Bihar politics. For long, BJP has been seeking to get rid of Nitish and install its own CM. They are growing desperate ahead of the elections as an NDA defeat is imminent, he claimed. Earlier, former union minister and BJP leader Ashwini Kumar Choubey had even suggested that Nitish be made Deputy PM. So, it is not far-fetched to see Dhankhars resignation as part of a BJP strategy to push Nitish into a politically irrelevant position, he added. Meanwhile, sources claimed that BJP top leadership could pick Bihar governor Arif Mohammad Khan for the post of Vice President as he enjoyed support of senior leaders across party lines. Dhankhar is okay: Didi trashes health concerns As rumours swirl about what led Jagdeep Dhankhar to suddenly step down as the Vice-President on the first day of the monsoon session of Parliament, Trinamool firebrand and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday dismissed health concerns as his reason to demit office mid-term. I think his health is absolutely okay. He is a healthy man, an incredulous Didi remarked, adding to the buzz around his departure.
Oppn sports black, stalls Assembly to protest electoral rolls revision
PATNA: CHAOS reigned Bihar Assembly on the second day of the five-day Monsoon session on Tuesday as Opposition members wore black and protested the Election Commissions Special Intensive Review (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state, demanding immediate discussion on the matter. Marked by shouting of slogans and scenes of unrest, the session was adjourned twice amid escalating tensions once just 21 minutes after the proceedings started for the day. The agitated members stormed the well, lifted chairs in protest and, in a moment, captured the video and hurled papers towards CM Nitish Kumar. Marshals immediately intervened to restore order, struggling to contain the uproar. The Opposition members were not in a mood to relent despite repeated request from the Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav to the members to take their respective seats. The House was adjourned till 2 pm and chaos prevailed, and Speakers request fell on deaf ears. The commotion began shortly after the House convened at 2 pm, with Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Prasad Yadav denouncing the SIR process, calling it anti-democratic and alleging it threatened the integrity of the electoral process. Deadline extended The last date of submission of Enumeration Forms for SIR exercise has been extended by one one. According to an EC directive issued Tuesday, electors can now submit their forms until July 26, instead of the previous July 25 deadline.
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JD(U) rubbishes BJP MLAs comment on Nitish as countrys VP
Aadhaar, voter, ration cards considered only for identification: EC justifies SIR in Bihar
NEW DELHI, July 22: The Election Commission of India has justified its ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar saying it adds to the purity of the election by weeding out ineligible persons from the electoral rolls. The affidavit filed by the poll panel in a plea challenging June 24 order directing []
Oppn protests rolls revision in Bihar, stalls House business
